The chirping could be heard early in the morning as the students made their way to school. Hey Yukio wait up!! Shouted Takahiro. Oh good morning Takahiro he replied greeting him in the same manner.
I heard that the freshmen and sophomores has mixed gym class for first session today, so you know what that means said Takahiro as he was all hyped up. Yeah the perfect time to scout potential players and build a solid team and go to the inter high this year.
Alright let's see what these freshmen can do said Takahiro. I wonder what surprise awaits us today, I'm looking forward to it said Yukio to himself. Damn, first session in the morning and the physical component no less, so frustrating. I didn't even get much sleep last night with all that ruckus in the apartment next door ,I wonder what was causing all that noise Makoto said to himself as he yawned.
Um, Kurai good morning said Shino with a timid look. Huh, oh it's you, what do you want? Asked Makoto. I heard that a mini- basketball tournament will be held for us freshmen for this session. And what does that has to do with me? Asked Makoto.
Well, we need five persons to play and as you know I'm really shy and I'm an introvert. You're the only person I've talked to since I started attending this school, so I'm asking if you could fill one of the spots please!!
okay, okay , jeez quit making a scene out of it. I'll play, I'm going to ask our other classmates if they are willing to join as well. There's no need to do that I will participate in this activity said a voice interrupting Makoto. You're Noboru Takemoto right? Asked Shino.
I see that you still remember my name how flattering said Noboru as he smirked. How could he forget it when you made that dumbass introduction yesterday Makoto said to himself in annoyance. Thanks for joining however we need two more persons said Shino. don't worry man I got you covered. Naomi!! Shouted Noboru alerting all his classmates, drawing their attention and startling Naomi.
What? Asked Naomi. Longtime no see , how long has it been like two years. Oh it's just you, I should have known.
What's that supposed to mean? Asked Noboru. Anyways what do you want? Do you mind filling a spot on our team for the class vs class basketball game. If we want to win we'll need help from someone with your expertise .
Ah sure, why not, it might be fun. Okay, so now we need someone with height, ah found one said Noboru as he spotted someone with height. Hey you there in the middle row, you're Kawaguchi right? Asked Noboru. Tetsuo nodded in response. Would you like to join us for the basketball game we need five persons to participate, you don't have to do much. I don't mind said Tetsuo. Just stay under the basket and hold up your hand.
alright so now we got five let's go said Noboru. This guy made conversing look so simple , I wish that I was as charismatic as him said Shino who was envious of Noboru's confidence. let's hurry, Yukio the first game is about to start said Takahiro. Give me a minute Takahiro , I'm almost done said Yukio.
Good we made it in time, oh so the first match up is class 1T and class 1H , I wonder which team will win. By the looks of it, it's definitely 1T, be sure to keep an eye on them , We are recruiting players after all. So , Makoto is playing ,this will be fun. Who Is that kid down there talking to them. Yes, be sure to observe him.
So for the whole ten minutes we'll be playing man to man defense, so each and every one of us will be marking someone closely , is everyone okay with that? Asked Makoto and everyone nodded in agreement. As for offense…. Who's able to score? Don't worry I can make layups and near jump shots said Naomi. That's great we can use that, I'm counting on you said Makoto.
Wait, how did you learn how to make a layup shot? Did you play for the girls basketball team in junior high school? Asked Shino shocked by Naomi's statement.
Well, actually I use to play basketball with the boys in my community, so after a while I just figured it out .
I can also make layups it's my specialty I can never miss said Noboru. Makoto looks at Shino to confirm with how he plays offensively. You already know, I'm not good at the game. Figures, what about you Tetsuo? Asked Makoto. I'll just pass the ball around and do as much as I can on defense said Tetsuo.
so now that we've devised a plan let's go win said Makoto. It's time for the jump ball said the PE teacher. Maybe I should have jumped he knows nothing about the sport, no he has height over his opponent he'll be fine said Makoto to himself. As the whistle blows the PE teacher threw the basketball in the air and both Tetsuo and his opposition jumped in the air however to everyone's surprise the tip off wasn't as close as they thought it would be because Tetsuo's jump was so high winning his class the ball.
Whoa, look at that jump, he's got crazy athleticism said Takahiro flabbergasted by what just took place on the court. Alright, lets make a basket said Makoto as he dribbles to the other half of the court. As soon as he saw the tiniest of opening he swiftly passes the basketball to Naomi who scored a layup.
Nice shot, Naomi shouted Sachiko on the sidelines. What a great pass, he saw an opening in the defense and instantly seize the opportunity to pass , it was perfectly calculated said Yukio impressed at Makoto's passes of precision.
Oh crap , they stole the ball shouted a player from class 1H. The basketball was passed to Noboru who swishes a layup. You punks better step up your game he said as he smirked. Nice shot Takemoto said Naomi . Call me Noboru and yes, it's only natural.
Dammit , another steal said the opposition as Makoto took the basketball and scores a layup shot. Well what do you know, you were right about the outcome Yukio.Crap!! How do I keep on loosing the ball.
They stole the ball again , there's only ten seconds left, let's see what they'll do. I won't let you embarrass me any further !!! Said the class 1H student. I don't need to because we've already won said Makoto as he passes the ball behind him only to see that it was Tetsuo who had received the ball.
Tetsuo then goes in a shooting form and flicked his wrisk making the ball spin in the air. what the… why did he shoot that said Makoto as the shot swished. Everyone in the gym was shocked that he made the shot.